1963 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 265 kg more than 2010 BMW 535.
Because 2010 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Cadillac Sixty. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 535 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1963 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 535. (406 Nm). This means 1963 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Cadillac Sixty | 2010 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Cadillac | BMW |
| Model | Sixty | 535 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
